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60 babysitters are listed in Wantagh, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Wantagh, NY
Lily S.
Wantagh, NY
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lily, and I'm a certified birth and postpartum doula with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I have six years of experience working in childcare and am passionate about supporting families during such a special time. I would love the opportunity to work with you and provide the care and support you need!
Skills:
Early Education
I love kids and am very much in love of being part of a child's success and care. I'm very responsible and I'm very talented when it comes to kids. I'm organized, clean, fun, responsible, flexible and able to multitask. I have worked with kids over 20 years. I have very good references if needed.
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Jennifer G.
Wantagh, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a profound love for helping children learn and grow. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I've honed my skills in creating a safe, stimulating, and educational environment where kids can thrive.
My patient, calm, and creative personality allows...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a responsible Nanny providing over 10 years of professional childcare experience. Enjoys working with children and committed to promoting children s physical, mental, and emotional development in partnership with parents. I have worked with children from 3 months old to 9 years old. CPR and First Aid certified and equipped...
Maria Fernanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom with 3 grown children. 21, 19, & 16. I have also cared for many of my nieces and nephews who are much younger than my own children. I have always loved babies and caring for them and would like an opportunity to continue to do so. I am very outgoing as well as loving and nurturing. I would love to be able...
Denise can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Summer Nanny/Babysitter - Flexible Hours, Loving and Responsible Care
Are you looking for a nurturing and reliable babysitter or nanny this summer? I'm a certified Early Childhood Education teacher (B-6) with a passion for working with kids. Currently, I'm completing my Master's in Literacy Education (grades 1-6) and will be...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Carly. I am a creative, energetic 31-year-old college graduate from The University of Rhode Island. I've been a nanny for 4 years and was a camp counselor in high school. I love to have fun with the kids I care for- I fill the day with stimulating activities, arts & crafts and outdoor playtime. I am comfortable...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Carly is an incredible childcare professional! We hired her when our daughter was 6 mo while my husband and I worked from home during Covid. We told Carly we only needed her a few months but she's so wonderful that our daughter is 2 and we kept Carly all this time!...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, It's Cansu. We live in South Merrick for 2 years. I lived in New York City for 5 years. Then lived in San Diego for 3 years. I have more than 8 years babysitting experience between newborn to 10 years old kids. I worked as a nanny with too many families for a long time and for some date nights and weekends.
Now I have 2, 5...
Cansu can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Cansu is the best. She took wonderful care of our two little girls - she picked them up from school, played with them, made them delicious food, gave them baths and really loved them like they were her family. I can’t say enough good things about her. She also was...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Casey, and I am currently 23 years old and I graduated from Oswego State University last year. I began babysitting when I was around 14 years old, and began working in a daycare when I was 17 years old. Unfortunately, the daycare did not open back up after COVID, but I love continuing to help with childcare...
Casey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Casey was absolutely wonderful! She was attentive to our daughter and quickly earned our trust. I highly recommend her!"
Danielle D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi
My name is Valeria. I am from Argentina but I have been living in this country sin 1987. I have 25 years of experience working as a babysitter. I have excellent references and love working with kids.
I really think that I have all the qualifications required to be a reliable babysitter for your kids. Please call or text me...
Edith can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Valeria (Edith) is a wonderful nanny and we highly recommend her! She is kind, trustworthy, fun, and proactive in setting up play dates and other opportunities for your little one to socialize with other kids their age. She always planned an exciting day for our...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a mother of a 16-year-old son. I worked for 20 years in a nursing home as a recreational therapist and then eventually the department head. I stopped working at the nursing home to be around more for my son. For the past 6 years I have cared for a now 5-year-old and 9-year-old. My previous career as a recreational therapist...
Jodi can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jodi is very good with older people as well as children. She has a lot of experience with both. "
Jodi T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with, caring for, and supervising children and young adults. I have two degrees (B. S in Criminal Justice and M. A in International Crime and Justice) and an Advanced Certificate (Terrorism Studies).
The bulk of my work experience with children comes from my previous job at New York Edge - the...
Quiana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Quiana was extremely reliable and dependable. She had great communication too."
Ginny M.
Kayla S.
Freeport, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kayla. I have been working with children for 10 years in a wide range of settings. I've worked in a daycare, as a therapist, in youth centers and as a music teacher! I am looking for a family who is patient, good at communicating, creative, flexible and kind. I have my degree in psychology and am a semester...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kayla was my daughter's favorite preschool teacher. She has a calm, soothing aura about her. Once, when trying to remove a splinter from my daughter's hand, I asked her to think of something that calmed her down... she stopped, closed her eyes, and told me she...
Danielle C.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also...
Care member
4.7
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
GREAT REFERENCES
EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE
CPR AED BLS CERTIFICATION
I have over 10 years experience.
I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschooler and preteens.
My services will include:
In-Home or Your home Childcare from a provider who is patient, loving and skilled.
Excellent driving record and have a safe...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful childcare provider. She is very active with my boys including cooking, riding bikes, and playing games with them. Maria has great energy and my boys have so much fun with her. She takes her time to help with homework and keeps my boys focused...
Adrienne S.
Samantha B.
East Rockaway, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a kindergarten teacher looking for part-time work for the summer. I am certified B-2 and 1-6 General Education and Special Education. Before becoming a teacher I had over a decade of experience nannying children from 0-12 years old.
5.0
"Samantha came for an interview and was punctual. She was very pleasant and we were interested in hiring her, but then her schedule changed and it just didn't work out."
Jen L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gina. I'm currently a full time college student working towards my teaching degree and I have over 10 years of experience with kids. Being the oldest in my household, I grew up with three younger siblings that I always babysat for my mom and helped her take care of. I also babysit for neighborhood residents and...
Gina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Super caring, great with kids & extremely patient! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Books Open: Date night/Evening Help
Available Full-time starting July 2025
I've been a career nanny for over 10+ years. I am a mix of Montessori and do-what-works-for-you. I have a wealth of infant and toddler experience and knowledge. I'm pet friendly. CPR certified. Clean driving record.
I am working towards becoming an SLP...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan has been a nanny for our family for the last 18 months. She has been an integral part of our son's development and we value her greatly as a member of the family. Megan is a very punctual, calculated and organized individual. She has created order and...
Meredith H.
Susan B.
Farmingdale, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a single mom of three young adult kids.. I no longer work in a elementary school but was there for 18 years and now I'm available for a fulltime long term position. I'm a very patient, kind, sweet, understanding, caring, safe, loving woman. I have 17 years or more experience on care. com. I can also give you great references...
5.0
"Susan babysat for my 3 kids. She was very attentive, showed great attention to detail in learning my kid's routines. She colored and played board games with them, encouraged good behavior, helped them with their homework and tidying up. I highly recommend Susan,...
Kate H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wantagh, NY
Carly C.
5.0
Carly is an incredible childcare professional! We hired her when our daughter was 6 mo while my husband and I worked from home during Covid. We told Carly we only needed her a few months but she's so wonderful that our daughter is 2 and we kept Carly all this time! The time has come for daycare but...
- Care member
Cansu E.
5.0
Cansu was incredible with our daughter whom she took care of from 3 months to 1 year. Our daughter was very well taken care of. Cansu was engaging and mindful and always ready to take any suggestions or directions. She helped with baby led weening including meal prep, sleep schedule transitions,...
- Care member
Casey M.
5.0
Casey was absolutely wonderful! She was attentive to our daughter and quickly earned our trust. I highly recommend her!
- Danielle D.
Edith M.
5.0
Valeria (Edith) is a wonderful nanny and we highly recommend her! She is kind, trustworthy, fun, and proactive in setting up play dates and other opportunities for your little one to socialize with other kids their age. She always planned an exciting day for our son. She was with us from the time he...
- Care member
Jodi J.
5.0
My kids have a great time when Jodi watches them and helps get them ready before school.
- Tara F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wantagh, NY:
How can I find a Wantagh babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wantagh, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 26 babysitters in Wantagh, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Wantagh, NY?
The average rate for Wantagh, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.92 per hour as of April 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Wantagh, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wantagh, NY through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.